Curator of Collections
The Rockwell Museum of Western Art
Corning, New York

The Rockwell Museum of Western Art seeks an experienced curator to assume
overall responsibility for the research, documentation and care of the
collections, and to organize exhibitions that will contribute to enriching
the knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the variety of cultures and
ideas the collections represent and evoke. Founded in 1976 and located in
the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of upstate New York, the Museum houses a
comprehensive collection of Western Art, containing Native American art and
artifacts as well as masterworks by such artists as Remington, Russell,
Bierstadt, Moran, and Catlin. Recent works by Native American and other
emerging Western artists are being collected to bring perspective and
breadth to the collections.

The Curator of Collections reports to the Executive Director, manages the
Museum’s registration and exhibitions functions, guides collection growth
and development, and is integral to the educational mission of the Museum.
This position requires experience and knowledge of current museological
practices including, cultivating collectors, accessioning and
deaccesssioning, and conceptualizing exhibitions that will interest and
attract the Museum’s current and potential audiences. The Curator of
Collections adheres to rigorous standards of scholarship, contributes to
grants and fundraising efforts, and has a commitment to the public dimension
of museums in their communities.  The ideal candidate will have outstanding
management and supervisory skills, and proven research, writing and
communication skills. M.A. in American Art, with knowledge of contemporary
Western and Native American Art is essential. A minimum 5 years experience
in a museum environment, with significant knowledge of curatorial practices,
collections management, exhibition development and public programs is
required. Salary is competitive for the region with excellent benefits.
Please send cover letter, resume and salary expectations by April 30, 2004
to:

Geri Thomas, President
Thomas & Associates, Inc.
6 East 39th Street
New York, N Y 10016
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